Formatting the MicroSD Card

What is Formatting the MicroSD Card?

Memory card formatting is the process of preparing the MicroSD Card for data storage. It cleans the SD Card by removing previously existing files on the card and creating a new file system.

Unlike erasing, formatting improves the overall performance of the SD Card. Due to the constant overwriting cycles with your Thinkware Dash Cam, we recommend formatting regularly to extend the lifespan of your MicroSD Card.

If you don't format the card regularly, a bad block may result in a corrupt file.

Disclaimer

Formatting the MicroSD Card will erase all files.

"Format SD Card for Data Integrity" from my Dash Cam

If you are hearing the phrase "Format SD Card for Data Integrity" from your Thinkware Dash Cam. It means that the MicroSD card in your camera needs to be formatted.

Third-Party MicroSD Cards

When using a Non-Thinkware SD Card and having already formatted it, if the message persists, your SD card may be formatted incorrectly or may be incompatible with your camera.

Ensure the SD card has been formatted with the correct File System and Allocation Unit Size for the type. More information is in the Format SD article above.

For more information about Compatible SD cards click here.